A favorite toy or treat can become dangerous in an instant if it gets lodged in your pet’s airway. Once owners know how to recognize a choking emergency, understanding what commonly causes these situations can help prevent them before they happen. “There are videos online that I would direct pet owners and sitters to watch,” Rutter said. Online CPR training resources are offered through the RECOVER Initiative, which developed the only evidence-based veterinary CPR guidelines. Seeking Expert AdviceBecause emergencies happen without warning, Rutter encourages pet owners and pet sitters to learn life-saving techniques before they ever need them.